We Can Do Hard Things 63. How to Live a Little Happier with Dr. Laurie Santos
Jan 20, 2022
Dr. Laurie Santos, a Yale psychology professor and host of The Happiness Lab, shares insights on increasing happiness. She discusses simple exercises for reprogramming our brains and overcoming feelings of being 'time famished,' a common barrier to joy. Laurie emphasizes that our brains often compare ourselves to others, hindering happiness, and she offers strategies to cultivate unstructured time. Ultimately, this conversation serves as a refreshing guide to finding and embracing more joy in everyday life.
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Prioritizing Self-Care
- Prioritize self-care and set boundaries to avoid burnout when helping others.
- Give yourself permission to say no and recognize overwhelm as a signal to step back.
Raising Resilient Children
- Allow children to experience negative emotions like sadness and anger.
- Let them fail and learn from their experiences, fostering resilience.
Navigating Relationship Challenges
- Practice self-compassion, acknowledging that relationship struggles are common.
- Recognize that ending a relationship can be a gift to both partners, allowing for growth.
